Fiesch Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Fiesch
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Fiesch, Switzerland for 16 days from 30 December.
Updated 30 December 2024 06:35 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 2 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 6in |
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Forecast for today in Fiesch
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Bellwald (2 miles from Fiesch) is reporting “Powder Snow” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Fiesch Snow Report
Snow report from Bellwald (2 miles from Fiesch)
| Upper Snow Depths | 51in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 28in |
| Snow Conditions | Powder Snow |
| Last Snow | 24 December |
Fiesch 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 30 | Tue 31 | Wed 01 | Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F2 | NW F3 | W F2 | ||||
| 9,416ft | 21°F
| 20°F
| 24°F
| 21°F
 +3in
| 18°F
+1in
| 18°F
 +2in
| 28°F
|
| 6,430ft | 40°F
| 38°F
| 31°F
| 20°F
 +2in
| 21°F
+1in
| 26°F
+1in
| 24°F
|
| 3,445ft | 46°F
| 45°F
| 36°F
| 27°F
 | 27°F
| 37°F
| 34°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 3,967ft | varying 3,999ft | varying 4,295ft | ||||
| Max Town | 46°F | 45°F | 36°F | 27°F | 27°F | 37°F | 34°F |
| Min Town | 34°F | 32°F | 25°F | 24°F | 18°F | 17°F | 30°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Snow Forecast at a glance
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to 3,835ft | Snow to 3,671ft | Snow to resort |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Fiesch.
Fiesch Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
02
up to 3in New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 3,967ft to 3,835ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
03
up to 1in New Snow
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Snow Line from 3,999ft to 3,671ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
04
up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
Snow Line from 4,295ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
05
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Fiesch, Switzerland gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Fiesch, on any given trail or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Fiesch Snow Forecast updated at 06:35 PST, next update expected 12:00 PST.
Snow Forecast near Fiesch
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grindelwald | - | 10in | |||||||
| Wengen | - | 9in | |||||||
| Interlaken | - | 7in | |||||||
| Kandersteg | - | 8in | |||||||
| Bellwald | - | 6in | |||||||
| San Domenico | - | 6in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | - | 4in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Fiesch
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Fiesch, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Fiesch, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Fiesch is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Fiesch will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Fiesch for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.